Air Dried Premium Shiitake Caps
Premium shiitake mushroom caps, air dried to retain shape and flavor, with stems removed but not further prepared. These caps fall under tariff item 0712.34.90 as dried shiitake mushrooms in a form other than for use in food manufacturing, suitable for gourmet culinary applications.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 6% | — | 6% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 6% | — | 6% |
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If imported for use in the manufacture of food products
This alternative applies when the shiitake caps are intended for industrial food production, offering a different duty treatment.
If the product is a different mushroom species, such as dried mushrooms of the genus Agaricus
Dried mushrooms of other genera are classified under different tariff items within heading 07.12.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the shiitake caps are dried solely by air or sun without additives or further processing to qualify under this tariff item
• Declare the correct weight including packaging, as duties are calculated on total package weight
• Verify the country of origin for applicable free trade agreements that may reduce or eliminate duties
Related Products under Tariff item 0712.34.90
Air Dried Whole Shiitake Mushrooms
Whole shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) that have been air dried or sun dried to preserve them without further preparation. These are classified under tariff item 0712.34.90 as dried vegetables, not further prepared, and are not intended for immediate consumption in dried form.
Bulk Sun Dried Shiitake Mushrooms
Bulk-packed sun dried whole shiitake mushrooms for wholesale, dried solely by sun exposure without additives. These are classified under tariff item 0712.34.90 as dried vegetables, not further prepared, and are used in food service and manufacturing applications.
Dehydrated Shiitake Mushroom Pieces
Broken pieces of sun dried shiitake mushrooms, air dried process confirmed, not powdered. These pieces are classified under tariff item 0712.34.90 as dried vegetables in broken form, not further prepared, and rehydrate well for soups and other culinary uses.
Dried Broken Shiitake Mushrooms
Broken pieces of dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), resulting from natural drying and handling, not intentionally powdered. These are not further prepared and are not for use in food product manufacturing, so they fall under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Dried Shiitake Mushroom Slices
Thinly sliced dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes) intended for rehydration in soups or stir-fries, dried solely for preservation. They are not further prepared and are not for manufacturing use, so they are classified under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.
Dried Whole Shiitake Mushrooms
Whole dried shiitake mushrooms (Lentinus edodes), harvested, cleaned, and dehydrated without further processing like slicing or powdering. They are not for manufacturing use and are not further prepared, so they fall under the 'Other' tariff item 0712.34.90.